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Hennessy VSOP Privilege Cognac
- Cognac age
- VSOP
- Growth area
- Blend
- Bottle size
- 700ml
- ABV
- 40%
- Cognac age
- VSOP
- Growth area
- Blend
- Bottle size
- 700ml
- ABV
- 40%
Tasting review
Hennessy VSOP review: Strong bouquet of fruits, some hints of honey and more fruits on the nose. The palate and the finish is dominated by woody hints - that's the cask.
Description
Hennessy VSOP Privilege Cognac is a cognac that is at least 4 years old, aged in Limousin oak barrels. Hennessy VSOP (Very Superior Old Pine, the "s" can also be "Special") price tag is at 38 or $ 45.
Reviews (2)
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An Honest Review
After finishing and enjoying this bottle, I had to look up and see how much a replacement would cost. When I saw it was only $35, I thought it was going to be a regular staple. Then I realized this was the Privilege, which runs about $70. Despite normally being a frugal cheapskate, I think I will be buying a new bottle.
** As a disclaimer, I inherited this bottle from a roommate for free, so the value for money is definitely 5 stars.
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Surprisingly good at the price
I had a snifter of Hennessy VSOP earlier this evening at a restaurant following a pleasant dinner, and Iit was an ideal finishing touch to a fine meal. My previous experience with Hennessy Cognac was the VS or 3 star variety. I had previously been somewhat disappointed with the brand until this evening. The VSOP was very pleasant and satisfying, to say the least.
Nose: this is the most difficult for me to analyze, since the nose seems rather complex, and rather weak. Taste is better than nose, and I would describe it a s flavorfully complex but with definite honeyilike sweetness and significant tones of vanilla, and stronger hints of the oak from the casks. Not much in terms of floral or fruit hints to my palate. The finish initially a tad rough but became much smoother as time passed, and with a definite oak character. Long and decently satisfying. Compares well to the Courvoisier VSOP. A bit pricier, however and thereby ranked a bit lower in value for the money,
About Hennessy Cognac
Hennessy Jas (et Cie) - the world famous Cognac producer Hennessy has a history dating back to 1765 when the company was established by Irishman Richard Hennessy. Initially an eaux-de-vie trading business, Hennessy was going to become the most successful Cognac exporter in the world. Today, part of the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy Group, the company remains to be amongst the most innovative Cognac companies around, forcing collaborations with new markets such as the Hip Hop scene in the US. Its estate and headquarters are based in the famous town of Cognac in Charente.
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Nose: Fragrances of lemon and citrus.
Palate: The dominance of the Fins Bois cru is definitely part of the tasting experience. Enjoy notes dry almond, hints of spices, and honey tones.
Eye: A golden, honey-ish hue.
Eye: The Paradis color is bronze-copper.
Nose: Some notes reveal some slightly peppery and spicy aromas, then fruits and dry roses.
Palate: We discover a delicate rancio, and of full fruits. Finally an explosion of different aromas, with a great balanced length and very rounded...
A slightly smoky cognac, which comes alive with hints of spring such as orange blossom and jasmine.
Other VSOP Cognac bottles
Tasting review by Roullet Cognac:
Color: Deep golden with amber shades
Nose: Complex bouquet with aromas of citrus, peach, sandalwood, and llight leather notes.
Palate: Round, well balanced with silk tannins
There is no tasting review of Larsen VSOP Cognac yet, but the producer states that it has delightfully pleasant characteristics.
To the eye, the VSOP Experience is a rich golden colour, like gold honey. Sweet on the nose with vanilla intensity. Notes of orange sit alongside highly floral scents (rose for example) & there's a hint of nuttiness, making it a balanced & warming cognac. Robust on the palate and has a good...
Tasting review by Normandin Mercier:
Young, fruity, subtle floral notes - sometimes honeysuckle, sometimes violet. Slightly spicy with hints of liquorice. Lively, but without a reason or sweetening on the finish.
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Q&A
Courvoisier de Napoléon. No matter from VS though XO. It is the best Cognac for à real conoisseur.
At four years old it has hardly had time to catch breath - let alone mature... No worries though, lots of caramel will cover up some of the harshness...
This is an excellent cognac that I grew up with. My dad used to drink this as well as the XO. Although it might be a little pricey, after I do the math ($50 per 750ml), each 1 oz serving is only about $2.00 which is cheaper than a serving of some "brand name" coffee. This VSOP is flavourful especially towards the end of it, after sitting in the snifter on my palm for more than half an hour, it tastes like sweet raisin juice. Savour it slowly to enjoy the layers of flavours. Cheers!
excellent value when you consider it's not cookie cutter VS/VSOP/XO range. but depending on where you place this one, you'll either appreciate it or hate it. i think this one has good characteristics of a well blended eau de vie, but too dry and short finish on my palate.
Excellent choice within price range. Almost impossible to find better eau de vie liquid at this price range. I enjoy Hennessy VSOP as well, but where as Hennessy is clean and dry, this one has deeper aromas and taste that lingers into long finish. definite must for anyone who enjoys superior quality beverage; especially with attractive pricing!
This is a really good product, one of my favorite VSOPs. Its a little pricey, around $50 a 750 ml bottle. Hennessy Privilege has a dark appearance and more of a dry taste when compared to Remy Martin or Courvoisier VSOP.
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This is a nice cognac, but a tad too expensive for the quality. The first sip is a little astringent. Subsequent sips are smoother and the flavors do linger on the tongue. Once downed, it's satisfying, but not exceptional. But then again, I'm comparing it to my favorite, 7-yerar old Château De Beaulon.
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